Caisson Wagons Industry Days - Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, VA
Overview
Buyer
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army's The Old Guard (TOG) 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment is hosting Industry Days to provide information on an upcoming requirement for Caisson Wagons. These wagons are essential for the U.S. Army Caisson Detachment's mission of conducting memorial affairs operations at Arlington National Cemetery. The event includes both virtual and in-person sessions, open to large and small businesses. Registration for attendance is required by March 5, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This Special Notice announces Industry Days to brief potential vendors on the requirement for Caisson Wagons. The U.S. Army Caisson Detachment utilizes these wagons for military funerals and other strategic engagement ceremonies. The requirement involves wagons that meet specific technical specifications, including detailed aesthetics, dimensions, limber and caisson design, material requirements (e.g., powder-coated high-grade metal), performance criteria (e.g., 10 miles/day @ 10 mph on 10% grade hills, 800lb casket load capacity), and a five-year warranty.
Industry Day Details
- Virtual Session:
- Date: February 5, 2026 (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST)
- Location: Virtual over MS Teams
- One-on-ones: February 6, 2026 (specific times TBD). Indicate interest on registration sheet.
- In-Person Session:
- Date: Week of March 23-26, 2026 (specific date/time TBD)
- Location: Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Virginia (specific location TBD)
- One-on-ones: Available. Indicate interest on registration sheet.
Registration & Submission
Registration is mandatory for both virtual and in-person attendance. Interested parties must email the completed registration document, "Caisson_Wagons_Industry_Day_Registration_In-Person_v2," to usarmy.jbsa.acc-micc.mbx.tsc-div1@army.mil by 12:00 PM ET on Thursday, March 5, 2026. The registration form requires detailed company and contact information, including citizenship, ID, SAM UEI, and company size. Firms unable to attend may submit written questions to the same email address.
Important Considerations
These Industry Days are contingent upon the availability of federal appropriations. The Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by attendees if events are postponed or canceled due to a lapse in appropriations or government shutdown. Attendees should monitor the SAM.gov posting for updates.
Contact Information
- Primary: Jennifer Hastedt (jennifer.l.hastedt2.civ@army.mil, 520-944-7122)
- Secondary: Jessica Ecker (jessica.r.ecker.civ@army.mil, 520-944-7421)